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Microscope

Definition

A microscope is a scientific instrument used to view objects that are too small to be seen with the naked eye. It magnifies and resolves the details of such objects, allowing scientists, researchers, and students to explore and study the micro-world.

Senses

Sense 1:

Noun: A device that uses lenses or a combination of lenses to magnify objects for viewing.

Example sentence: She carefully placed the specimen on the glass slide and then adjusted the light source of the microscope to prepare for her observation.

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Sense 2:

Verb: To examine or study something in great detail.

Example sentence: The scientists decided to microscope the cells to understand their structure and behavior under different conditions.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Pertaining to or dealing with microscopic objects or the use of microscopes.

Example sentence: The team of researchers collaborated on a complex microscope study to analyze the composition of various minerals.